THERE IS REASON FOR PRIDE IN OUR REGION

July 31, 2017

Our region... western New York... is a very special place! This is an exceptional area, because of the people here and with the region's magnificent rolling hills, small cites, expansive beautiful valleys, productive farm lands, and majestic lake plains . This area stands out as a wonderland of nature and opportunity. With our four seasons of the year, there is something very special about each and every season... be it summer, fall, winter and spring. The following poem is a poetic expression which depicts several aspects of the exceptional nature of our area in which we reside. I dedicate this poem to those who appreciate and enjoy this graceful and friendly community we call "home".

THIS IS OUR AREA AND WE SAY IT WITH PRIDE

Between the bountiful hillsidesWith meadows and trees all in prime...There is an area with splendorous textureAnd flowing streams and beautiful lake waters sublime.

The hill sides are arrayed with choice splendorWhatever season or time of the year,They dress with colorful adornmentGiving to many, an abundance of cheer.

Here is where the Amish trail arrow points southwardWith a bountiful picturesque so serene;Pristine farms and woodlands of beautyWhat a natural and spectacular scene.

The gleaming water of the brooks flows like crystalsOver rocks and glimmering shoals;They are the waters from the beautiful hillsidesInto various lake waters with rippling unfolds.

The valleys between the lush-filled hillsidesAre a precious sight…truly to behold;With people, tree lined road ways, and colored gardensA precious sight and a joy to unfold.

There are ski resorts and community parks in this areaBeautifully landscaped to the state of the art;And small cities, farm lands, and thriving townshipsMeeting the needs of the people who take heart.

There are the places where people assembleAnd gather to shop and to converse...And after a bit, with time moving forwardEach group goes on their way to disperse.

There are men and women busily doingThe things that need to be done...Working, shopping. and caring for othersAnd doing everything else under the sun.

There is the hustle and bustle of childrenHaving a ball game, playing in the park, and giving cheerThey are helpful to folks and to those who need assistanceAnd from folks like that , they receive a smile, maybe even a tear..

There are volunteers and helpful first respondersWho willingly give of their time;There are businesses, skillful folks, and so many otherWho thoughtfully share their talents sublime.

This is the area…within the bountiful landscapesWhere thoughtful people work and resideIt is a remarkably pleasant people regionIt is WESTERN NEW YORK... and we say it with pride.